My Client is a major global FMCG Food organisation who have experienced significant growth by doubling the ( c2Billion Euro) business in the last 4 years. With continued, substantial investment in NPD , EPD and portfolio expansion this company is in rapid growth. Their range of iconic premium branded and private label products are manufactured in the UK where they have a new, state-of-the-art factory.

This role will suit someone who is very operational, works well in a fast-paced environment, is talented at forecasting and has strong people management experience.

Reporting to the Managing Director, key responsibilities will include:

Forecast accuracy, how to improve and achieve a better forecast accuracy for the business

Managing a team of 5 direct reports plus dotted line to cross functional team

Put in line the forecast accuracy with the factories stock management

Be the principal main point of contact in case of escalation

Manage projects, especially around IT

Analysis of the business, and reach conclusions to improve process

Communicate and help factories in Europe, which are working in push flows to understand the UK market and provide them with information about the activity events.

Follow up of the budgets

Help to support and manage seasonal

The successful candidate will:

Demonstrate strong analytical skills;

Demonstrate proficiency in statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts

Have experience of working in the FMCG industry, ideally food, with a proven track record of supply chain, demand planning and customer collaboration

Have excellent communication skills aimed at the wider team and retailers in particular

Be a commercial thinker

Take initiative, continually look for ways to work better

If you are interested in these exciting opportunities and would like a confidential discussion, please send your CV, quoting Ref: 2511 to our consultants at Ashwood Associates.